Hiking & Walking Top Travel Experiences

1. Mount Kilimanjaro

This prominent African landmark is a highly frequented hiking and walking destination. With its three dormant volcanic cones, Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa, offering miraculous views. There are hundreds of hiking and walking trips listed on Stride that explore the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.

Hikes range from easy to extreme, so there is a hike available for every physical level. Being a popular destination in Africa, many hiking tours that explore Mount Kilimanjaro also explore other regions of the continent. Much of these tours also incorporate nature, safaris, and even camping!

2. Cinque Terre

Located along the Italian Riviera coastline, Cinque Terre is a scenic seaside region complete with beautiful vineyards, steep terraces, and colorful houses. Stride lists 20+ hiking and walking tours in the Cinque Terre region which are very popular among tourists and travelers.

The hikes and walks are on average a moderate physical level, and many visit other popular Italy tours destinations, such as Tuscany, Paris, Rome, and even other surrounding European countries. If you are looking for a solely hiking trip or a predominantly relaxing tour style with some hiking and walking options, Stride has a tour listed for you!

3. Yellowstone National Park

Located in the northwestern region of the United States, Yellowstone National Park is 3.500 square miles of extraordinary wilderness, home to hundreds of species of animals along with the famous, Old Faithful. With over 900 miles of hiking trails, Yellowstone is frequented by many visitors, all with different levels of hiking ability and desire.

Stride lists 20+ hiking and walking trips that visit Yellowstone National Park. Yellowstone hiking tours are unique in that they are offered year round. In the winter, you can snowshow through the picturesque meadows and in the summer backpack along the Gallatin Skyline.    

4. Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon National Park is a redrock wonder located in Arizona, U.S. With world famous viewpoints, the canyon is a must see national park overlooking the Colorado River. Stride offers many hiking and walking tours that visit the Grand Canyon.

Many hiking tours also visit nearby nature landmarks such as Havasu Falls, Zion National Park, and Bryce Canyon National Park. Explore the natural beauty of this grand park along with native history and culture. Grand Canyon hikes range from easy to strenuous, so every traveler will find a perfect hiking or walking tour for them listed on Stride!

5. Inca Trail

The Inca Trail is a famous hiking trail in Peru that ends its route at Machu Picchu. The trail takes about 4 days to complete in entirety, but you can find tours on Stride that offer a variance of trail lengths and physical activity levels. There are over 50 Inca Trail hiking tours to choose from on Stride.

The average physical level for these hikes are moderate. Common destinations paired with the Inca Trail are tours traveling to the Amazon Rainforest, Lake Titicaca, and the Sacred Valley. Experience the magnificent views and culture that Peru and the Inca Trail have to offer up close on a hiking and walking tour!  

6. Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon is a majestic geothermal spa in southwestern Iceland. The Blue Lagoon is a must visit spot on any Iceland trip. A soak in the mineral rich thermal water is a relaxing touch to the many Iceland hiking tours listed on Stride.

With hikes ranging from easy to strenuous, trips vary from scenic nature tours of Iceland’s fjords to mixed land and sea journeys. If you travel to the Blue Lagoon during the months of September to March, you can even catch a glimpse of the miraculous northern lights!

7. Dalmatian Coast

The Dalmatian Coast is located on the eastern shore of Croatia in the Adriatic Sea. Hiking and walking tours explore the sandy beaches, crystal clear shores, and vibrant towns along the stunning Dalmatian coastline. Stride lists trips that are solely walking and hiking tours as well as more traditional tours that incorporate a mix of hiking, nature, and adventure.

Dalmatian Coast hiking and walking tours range from easy to moderate, and hiking times range from 1-2 hours to full day excursions. Dive into Croatian culture, island hop along the Adriatic, and discover the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Split, Korcula, and Dubrovnik on a hiking tour of the Dalmatian Coast listed on Stride!

8. Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is a historic Incan Citadel located high up in the Andes Mountains in Peru. Although there are miles and miles of hiking trails in Peru, the most famous is the Inca Trail that leads to the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, visited by over 1 million people each year.

There are 80+ trips listed on Stride that visit Machu Picchu. They vary in difficulty, with a hike available for every physical level. There are tours that focus just on hiking to Machu Picchu and others that explore other areas of Peru and nearby South America countries.

9. Amalfi Coast

The Amalfi Coast stretches along Italy’s southern edge. It is a very scenic region with both rocky and sandy beaches and quaint colorful houses along the seaside cliffs. Along with being a very popular holiday destination for travelers, it is also a popular hiking location with several frequented trails, including the Path of the Gods and Monte Tre Calli.

Stride lists several Italy tours that explore the Amalfi Coast. Some are purely walking tours, and others visit nearby Italian regions, such as Naples and Rome. There are tours offered that focus on other outdoor activities along with hiking, such as boating and kayaking along the breathtaking Amalfi Coast.

10. Morocco

There are an array of hiking, walking, and trekking excursions in Morocco listed on Stride. Located in Northern Africa, Morocco is home to the prominent landmarks of Casablanca, Fes, Marrakesh, and Chefchaouen. With tours lasting year round, Mount Toubkal is a popular hiking destination that can be visited in both summer and winter months.

Other active options are offered such as biking, horseback riding, and camel riding. Hikes and walks range from easy to strenuous, so every traveler can find their perfect fit on a Morocco hiking and walking tour!